San Antonio in September...what to do
Sep 17, 2009, 1:21 am
#16
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if u'r into shopping, they have an awesome premium outlet with high end designer (ferragamo, armani, zegna to name three) outlets about an hour away from San Antonio at San Marcos. I <3 that outlet. enjoy your stay!
Sep 17, 2009, 3:09 am
#17
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check out Gruene Hall if you want an interesting Texas experience
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gruene_Hall
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gruene_Hall
Sep 17, 2009, 10:13 am
#18
Join Date: Jul 2009
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Sorry to be so late in posting, as I know you've already made most of your plans, but I just came across your post and wanted to add some alternative ideas. As a Hyatt Platinum, you should consider enrolling for the Diamond Trial upgrade discussed in this thread: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hyatt...-2009-a-3.htmlIt has recently been reported that the enrollment period has been extended to 9/18, so call today and get upgraded to Diamond using offer code 2DTRIAL2 That will give you Diamond status for the next 120 days and, if you have 15 qualifying nights during that time, retain Diamond status until 2/2011! Using the VisitSanAntonio.com coupon code (SAVWEB), you could stay at the Grand Hyatt on the Riverwalk for about $112/night with free breakfast buffet for 2, as a Diamond get access to the Grand Club and (as we have experienced) possibly an upgrade to a suite. (Use Offer Code G2 for 2,000 bonus points.) As a convention center hotel, it may not have the charm of the La Mansion, but it's a very nice, new hotel located on the Riverwalk.
Also, Sea World willbe open on Fri., Oct. 2, if you really wanted to go there. They may be starting their Halloween celebration that weekend. The Hyatt Hill Country is very close by and also has offer codes on the Visit SA website. It is an older property, but might give you a sense of the Texas hill country that you wouldn't experience downtown. Consider splitting your 4 night stay for a taste of both worlds. Use offer code DEL5K for $150 food and beverage credit along with 5,000 bonus GP points and G2 offer for an additional 2,000 points.
Also, Sea World willbe open on Fri., Oct. 2, if you really wanted to go there. They may be starting their Halloween celebration that weekend. The Hyatt Hill Country is very close by and also has offer codes on the Visit SA website. It is an older property, but might give you a sense of the Texas hill country that you wouldn't experience downtown. Consider splitting your 4 night stay for a taste of both worlds. Use offer code DEL5K for $150 food and beverage credit along with 5,000 bonus GP points and G2 offer for an additional 2,000 points.
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Sep 17, 2009, 2:45 pm
#19
Join Date: Apr 2007
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Sorry to be so late in posting, as I know you've already made most of your plans, but I just came across your post and wanted to add some alternative ideas. As a Hyatt Platinum, you should consider enrolling for the Diamond Trial upgrade discussed in this thread: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hyatt...-2009-a-3.htmlIt has recently been reported that the enrollment period has been extended to 9/18, so call today and get upgraded to Diamond using offer code 2DTRIAL2 That will give you Diamond status for the next 120 days and, if you have 15 qualifying nights during that time, retain Diamond status until 2/2011! Using the VisitSanAntonio.com coupon code (SAVWEB), you could stay at the Grand Hyatt on the Riverwalk for about $112/night with free breakfast buffet for 2, as a Diamond get access to the Grand Club and (as we have experienced) possibly an upgrade to a suite. (Use Offer Code G2 for 2,000 bonus points.) As a convention center hotel, it may not have the charm of the La Mansion, but it's a very nice, new hotel located on the Riverwalk.
Also, Sea World willbe open on Fri., Oct. 2, if you really wanted to go there. They may be starting their Halloween celebration that weekend. The Hyatt Hill Country is very close by and also has offer codes on the Visit SA website. It is an older property, but might give you a sense of the Texas hill country that you wouldn't experience downtown. Consider splitting your 4 night stay for a taste of both worlds. Use offer code DEL5K for $150 food and beverage credit along with 5,000 bonus GP points and G2 offer for an additional 2,000 points.
Also, Sea World willbe open on Fri., Oct. 2, if you really wanted to go there. They may be starting their Halloween celebration that weekend. The Hyatt Hill Country is very close by and also has offer codes on the Visit SA website. It is an older property, but might give you a sense of the Texas hill country that you wouldn't experience downtown. Consider splitting your 4 night stay for a taste of both worlds. Use offer code DEL5K for $150 food and beverage credit along with 5,000 bonus GP points and G2 offer for an additional 2,000 points.
thanks for the resourceful post
Sep 18, 2009, 7:09 am
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Sorry to be so late in posting, as I know you've already made most of your plans, but I just came across your post and wanted to add some alternative ideas. As a Hyatt Platinum, you should consider enrolling for the Diamond Trial upgrade discussed in this thread: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hyatt...-2009-a-3.htmlIt has recently been reported that the enrollment period has been extended to 9/18, so call today and get upgraded to Diamond using offer code 2DTRIAL2 That will give you Diamond status for the next 120 days and, if you have 15 qualifying nights during that time, retain Diamond status until 2/2011! Using the VisitSanAntonio.com coupon code (SAVWEB), you could stay at the Grand Hyatt on the Riverwalk for about $112/night with free breakfast buffet for 2, as a Diamond get access to the Grand Club and (as we have experienced) possibly an upgrade to a suite. (Use Offer Code G2 for 2,000 bonus points.) As a convention center hotel, it may not have the charm of the La Mansion, but it's a very nice, new hotel located on the Riverwalk.
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Sep 18, 2009, 8:21 am
#21
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 847
Glad I could help. Did they say why they didn't bump you to Diamond from Plat? You might want to call back and see if a different rep can help you. I have seen posts from some people who were surprised to get bumped from Gold to Diamond under this promotion! If you achieve Diamond, make sure the hotel knows your status before arrival, since it would affect your room assignment. In any event, it's a good deal on a nice hotel. Have a great trip!